Trademarks In The News
USPTO Refuses Luka Dončić’s Trademark Applications
The Dallas Mavericks filed trademark applications for Luka Doncic’s nickname EL MATADOR and THE MATADOR. Both filings were refused by the USPTO.
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Canadian Trademarks
4 Reasons to File a Trademark in Canada
With Canada’s new trademark laws and location, it may be a good place to start your trademark registration. Here are 4 reasons to file a trademark in Canada.
Trademarks In The News
USPTO Refuses Augusta National’s Trademark Filing for a Green Jacket
Augusta National, Inc. filed a trademark application to protect the concept of a green jacket with gold buttons. The USPTO has initially refused the filing.
Trademark Attorneys
When and Why You May Need to Hire a U.S. Trademark Attorney
A registered trademark is a valuable asset to any business. Consider the following about when and why you may need to hire a U.S. trademark attorney.
International Trademark Registration
5 Steps to Protecting Your Trademark Internationally
As a business owner, it is important to register your trademark internationally. These 5 steps will help ensure that your trademark is protected overseas.
Trademarks In The News
USPTO Denies Warner Bros. Trademark Application for a Harry Potter Quote
The USPTO denied a trademark application for "I solemnly swear that I am up to no good" because it was not distinct enough to register a trademark.
Chinese Trademarks
Tips on Fighting a Bad Faith Trademark Registration in China
Before registering your trademark in China, consider the following information about bad faith registrations and what you may be able to do about them.
Trademarks In The News
How the NCAA Obtained the March Madness Trademark
The NCAA did not run the original March Madness tournament. This is the story of how the NCAA came to acquire rights in the MARCH MADNESS trademark.
Proving Trademark Use In Commerce
How to Prove Commercial Use of Your Product or Service
The USPTO requires that applicants for trademarks have actual commercial use of a trademark before it can register. Learn the ins and outs of this requirement.
Trademarks In The News
Nike’s Prevails in Copyright Lawsuit on the JUMPMAN Logo
The Supreme Court refused to hear a copyright infringement lawsuit against Nike as it related to the JUMPMAN logo.
United Kingdom Trademarks
How Much Does it Cost to Register a Trademark in the U.K.?
As you plan your international trademark strategy, consider the following information about costs associated with registering a trademark in the United Kingdom.
Trademark Protection
How to Protect the Name of Your Crowdfunded Product
To protect the brand name of a product you are launching through a crowdfunding platform, you should file a trademark application with the USPTO.